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Stefano Boeri and the Vertical Forests Reshaping the Architecture of North Africa
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Stefano Boeri and the Vertical Forests Reshaping the Architecture of North Africa

The Italian architect behind Milan's celebrated Bosco Verticale is now bringing his greenery-clad vision to Egypt's New Administrative Capital, building three structures that promise to transform the architectural essence of the region.

11 Oct 2019 By Official Bespoke 4 min

Lawyerless in Cairo: A Hunt for Deco Treasures in a Downtown Antique Shop

Lawyerless in Cairo: A Hunt for Deco Treasures in a Downtown Antique Shop

Tall, urbane and crowned with a tarboush, the man Michael Karam calls 'The Lawyer' was irresistible. The encounter unfolds in a poorly lit Cairo antique shop, stuffed with deco furniture rescued from grand period houses.

23 May 2012 By Official Bespoke 2 min

Traces of Revolutions Past: Walking Through the Heart of Cairo
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Traces of Revolutions Past: Walking Through the Heart of Cairo

To walk along the Nile by Tahrir Square is to tread the heart of Egypt's revolution, where protests still draw thousands. Built by Khedive Ismail Pasha, these streets carry history in every stone.

12 Feb 2012 By Official Bespoke 5 min

Young at art
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Young at art

Too often the opportunity to enjoy art is restricted to those in positions of privilege. However, in the heart of Cairo’s industrial area you’ll find a place called Townhouse Gallery, an independent, community-based art gallery founded by Canadian William Wells. Since 1998, the local mecha

12 Jan 2011 By Official Bespoke 2 min